{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/64c555b0c501f600111763a8/69bc10ce007cdcf83f6731a9?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"65 I Got Your 6 - First Line Brewing","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/64c555b0c501f600111763a8/1773932742667-b2ffb75a-771e-416c-9a4a-ee5f169490b3.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>This week, Brian travels to Orchard Park to visit our patriotic friends at <strong>First Line Brewing</strong>. While First Line is known for their support of first responders and the military, their latest taproom hero, <strong>I Got Your Six</strong>, stands out for both its mission and its unique hop profile.</p><h3><strong>The Featured Pour</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Brewery:</strong> First Line Brewing (Orchard Park, NY)</li><li><strong>Beer:</strong> I Got Your Six</li><li><strong>Style:</strong> West Coast IPA / American Pale Ale</li><li><strong>ABV:</strong> 6.0%</li><li><strong>Brian’s Verdict:</strong> A standout West Coast IPA (though listed as a Pale Ale on Untappd) that has evolved beautifully. Even with a little age on the current batch, it remains incredibly drinkable. The \"Veterans Hop Blend\" delivers bright berry and citrus notes—Brian specifically noted a strawberry-like berry flavor—finishing with a satisfying, dank hop presence on the back end.</li></ul><h3><strong>Brewing for a Cause</strong></h3><p>This beer is centered around the <strong>2025 Veterans Hop Blend</strong> from Yakima Chief Hops. This annual project is curated by veteran brewers to support military causes. The 2025 edition features a powerhouse lineup:</p><ul><li><strong>Krush® (HBC 586)</strong></li><li><strong>Citra®</strong></li><li><strong>Idaho 7®</strong></li><li><strong>HBC 1134</strong></li></ul><p>While Yakima Chief donates $3 per pound of hops sold to <strong>Soldiers' Angels</strong>, First Line Brewing is doubling down on the impact by donating proceeds from their version to the local <strong>Veterans One-stop Center of WNY</strong>. It’s the definition of \"craft beer for a good cause.\"</p><h3><strong>What Else is Tapping?</strong></h3><p>If you're heading to Orchard Park, Brian also highly recommends the <strong>Everyday Lager</strong>. It’s a brand-new house lager designed to be a \"crushable\" staple for the hardworking Western New Yorker. It’s sitting at a clean 4.2% ABV and is the perfect palate cleanser after a hoppy IPA.</p><p><br></p><h3><strong>Connect With The League</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Website:</strong> <a href=\"https://BuffaloBeerLeague.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">BuffaloBeerLeague.com</a></li><li><strong>Hotline:</strong> 716-486-BEER (2337) — <em>Call and let us know what you think of the new Everyday Lager!</em></li><li><strong>Email:</strong> Ryan@BuffaloBeerLeague.com</li><li><strong>Socials:</strong> @BuffaloBeerLeague (IG/Untappd/Threads) | @BuffBeerLeague (X)</li><li><strong>Support:</strong> Use <a href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=https://BuffaloBeerLeague.com/Amazon\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">BuffaloBeerLeague.com/Amazon</a> to keep the lights on at the pod.</li></ul><p><br></p>","author_name":"The Buffalo Beer League and WNY Brews"}